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editorial: a short essay in a publication in which someone expresses an opinion on
an issue
argument: a set of reasons given to persuade others that an idea or action is right or wrong
claim: a statement claiming an author’s overall position on an issue
supporting details: facts and examples that develop an author’s claim
reasons: the points or opinions the writer gives to show why his or her claim should be accepted
Should all middle school students wear uniforms?
PRO
CON
Language
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Adverbs
Adverbs add detail to, or modify, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. The following adverbs are examples that you can use to express how effective something is.
High
definitely absolutely highly
Medium
probably apparently somewhat
Low
possibly perhaps maybe
aCtivitY 1.7
interact in Meaningful Ways: Participating in a debate
Learning Targets
• Negotiate with or persuade others in conversations using basic learned phrases, as well as open responses.
• Explain how well writers and speakers use language to support ideas and arguments with detailed evidence with substantial support.
• Express attitude and opinions or temper statements with some basic modal expressions (e.g., can, has to).
Discuss the following issue with your partner, and brainstorm pros and cons. Record them in the graphic organizer.
100 SpringBoard® English Language Development grade 6
After discussing the issue with your partner, pick a side and write your claim. Sample Claim: School uniforms make students behave better.
Claim:
Rewrite your claim using modal adverbs.
High:
Low:
How do modal adverbs affect the certainty of your argument?
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